Staff Radiation Therapist

Overview

We are offering a $15K Sign-On Incentive for external hires!

Under the direction of the Chief and Lead Radiation Therapists, the Staff Radiation Therapist plays a vital role in delivering precise and safe radiation therapy treatments to patients. This position combines technical expertise with compassionate patient care to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. The Radiation Therapist performs comprehensive patient assessments, including evaluation of physical and psychosocial needs, while maintaining a supportive and professional environment throughout the treatment process. They are responsible for accurate patient positioning, implementing appropriate immobilization techniques, and manufacturing custom ancillary equipment to ensure treatment accuracy. Core responsibilities include conducting simulation procedures, tumor localization, and collaborating with the treatment planning team on dosimetry calculations. The therapist administers radiation treatments using various external beam modalities while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols and treatment plans.

This position’s work location is onsite, full-time on campus in Boston .

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Performs radiotherapy on site at assigned department.
• Responsible for daily patient care and education. Appropriately involves the patient and their family in care and care decisions. Maintains and demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality and modesty. Explains all treatment and imaging procedures. Arranges daily radiation treatment schedule. Attentive to patient needs and concerns by continuous monitoring of the patient’s physical and physiological response and reactions to treatment and refer patient for appropriate management as needed.
• Administers radiation therapy treatment accurately and safely, following departmental policy and procedure.
• Positions and immobilizes patients according to the treatment plan and effectively evaluates images according to standard guidelines. Mobilizes patients using appropriate mechanical assistive devices, such as ceiling lifts and lateral transfer devices, during the provision of patient care.
• Assesses patient relative data as deemed pertinent to age-specific needs and provides care as described in the department’s policy and procedure manual.
• Participates in the clinical instruction and evaluation of the Radiation Therapy.

Simulation Procedures:

• Explains simulation procedure, including the administration of permanent tattoos for set up purposes.
• Operates equipment and software, including but not limited to CT scanner and software, Treatment planning software (Eclipse), LAP Lasers, IV contrast Power injectors.
• Create immobilization devices, bolus, and accurately documents set up instructions.
• Assists and interacts with all departmental Radiation Therapists, demonstrating the ability to answer all questions and details pertaining to simulation to ensure quality treatment.
• Participates in the IV contrast program, including Patient Screening, and Peripheral IV placement.
• Administers Oral Contrast.
• Assists in scheduling/rescheduling appointments, as needed.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Implements and documents Time Out verification procedures prior to administering all therapeutic treatments.
• Maintains secure and accurate management of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Record & Verify systems.
• Performs thorough documentation for all new treatment initiations, therapeutic modifications, and weekly patient chart checks.
• Applies Quality Assurance (QA) standards across all aspects of treatment delivery and patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma + Certificate in radiation Therapy or associate’s degree in Radiation Therapy required ; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts State License in Radiation Therapy required.
• Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining valid ARRT certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Valid BLS certification within 60 days of hire date.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Demonstrated competencies for all procedures performed within assigned treatment and/or simulation areas, including but not limited to 3D, IMRT, Align RT and tattoo less workflows, stereotactic related procedures, Adaptive Radiotherapy and contouring, Craniospinal Radiotherapy, Pediatrics, Total Body Irradiation.
• Demonstrated ability to care for patients, including acute inpatients, pediatric patients, and pediatric patients requiring anesthesia.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all aspects of both treatment and simulation.
• Understands the function of all equipment and software, accessories, treatment policies, procedures, and protocols and applies knowledge appropriately. Including but not limited to CT scanner and software, Treatment planning software (Eclipse), LAP Lasers, IV contract Power Injectors.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development from all life stages, ranging from infancy to geriatric. Able to assess patient relative data as deemed pertinent to age-specific needs and provide care as described in the department’s policy and procedure manual.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the patient functional mobility assessment tool and mobilizes patients using appropriate mechanical assistive devices, such as ceiling lifts and lateral transfer devices, during the provision of patient care.
• Demonstrated proficiency in patient scheduling systems and revenue cycle management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

$52.45/hr - $61.55/hr

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.